There’s a new Raspberry Pi 5 in town: a 2GB variant that knocks the price of the microcomputer down to $50. The lower RAM doesn’t necessarily mean it comes with fewer capabilities, just that it won’t be up to some RAM-intensive tasks. Raspberry Pi Foundation CEO Eben Upton says the device is “functionally identical to its predecessor.”

Raspberry Pi 5 gets a cheaper 2GB option

After getting open sourced back in April and now run as a community project, the Descent 3 open source engine has a first release available. You do need a copy of the game to run it which you can get from GOG and Steam. This open source release also includes...

Descent 3 open source project gets a first release

First, clear the downloaded update files by stopping the Windows Update service and removing all files from the Windows Update cache folder. Then, use the options on the Settings > Windows Update screen to force install the available updates. Another way is to manually grab updates from Microsoft Update Catalog and install those updates.

How to Install Updates Manually on Windows 11

While some Windows 11 users might prefer not to have Copilot included in Microsoft's latest operating system, there are also those using older, unsupported versions of Windows who would like to try the tech giant's AI assistant, if only to see what all the fuss is about. Although Microsoft doesn’t...

How to run Microsoft Copilot on older versions of Windows -- including XP, Windows 7, and Vista

Alongside the new Pixel 9 series, Google has introduced the Google Pixel Watch 3. While a good number of specs are similar to the predecessor, there are some upgrades. For example, the AMOLED display of the new wearable can offer up to 2,000 nits of brightness, a 2x jump from the Pixel Watch 2.

Google confirms Pixel Watch 3 cannot be repaired

Apple will reportedly launch two new versions of the AirPods this fall: a low-cost, basic option and a more affordable set of wireless earbuds that incorporate active noise cancellation. Apple is looking to upgrade all of its AirPods charging cases to USB-C, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman says in his latest PowerOn...

New AirPods Set to Join Apple's Fall 2024 Hardware Lineup

MSI's recent benchmarks pit Kingston's CAMM2 memory against standard DDR5 DIMMs on their Z790 Project Zero Plus motherboard. The results reveal surprising performance parity between the two memory formats, with only marginal differences in key metrics. This comparison offers insights into the potential of CAMM2 technology in high-performance computing. MSI...

MSI benchmarks reveal CAMM2 memory performance on par with DDR5 DIMMs

Those looking for an affordable Samsung TV who aren't happy with the size of the DU7000 and DU8000 can grab the DU9000, which arrived at the end of February 2024. This 98-inch behemoth has a list price of $3,997.99, but Amazon is currently offering a 25% discount, which takes the Crystal UHD DU9000 below the $3,000 threshold.

Deal | Cheapest 98-inch Samsung TV hits new all-time low price on Amazon

9to5Google and Android Central point out that after Google announced its new Pixel 9 lineup with the Pixel 9 Pro Fold, its store listing for the original foldable Pixel phone went away. However, Android Central has heard from Google that it will return after the Pixel 9 Pro Fold’s launch,...

The original Pixel Fold has disappeared from the Google Store, but it’s coming back.

Google's Tensor SoCs have long been the subject of criticism for their mediocre performance and thermal throttling. The Google Tensor G4 in the newly announced Google Pixel 9 Pro XL seems to suffer even more than its predecessor in this regard. According to a post by @callmeshazzam on X (post...

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL testing reveals 50% Tensor G4 performance loss from throttling

Samsung is expanding the availability of the August 2024 security update to more of its devices. The company recently provided the new firmware to the Galaxy S24, Galaxy S23, Galaxy S22, and Galaxy S20 FE smartphones. Now, the South Korean tech giant has released the August 2024 security update for the Galaxy S21 series of handsets. The latest Security Maintenance Release for these devices fixes 50 vital security issues.

Samsung Galaxy S21 series gets the August 2024 security update

Microsoft Edge is Windows 11's default browser, a significant upgrade from its predecessor, Internet Explorer. I use it daily for work and personal browsing, and I can't see that changing anytime soon. What's more, Microsoft Edge continues to improve, with new features and security protections. According to Statistica, Microsoft Edge...

9 Reasons I Use Microsoft Edge (And Why You Should Too)

Anticipation is high for the iPhone 17 with significant changes expected compared to iPhone 16. Possible introduction of an Ultra model and a Slim model, expanding Apple's usual lineup. Rumored features include LTPO displays, A19 chips, 48MP ProRaw cameras, and WiFi 7. We may not have been introduced to the...

iPhone 17: Release date, specs, new and rumors

Google does not advertise the Pixel 9 Pro (curr. $999.99 on Amazon) or the Pixel 9 Pro XL as having an infrared thermometer like the Pixel 8 Pro. In fact, the company did not even mention its nascent technology during last week's launch event. Nonetheless, the thermometer hardware is still present on both new smartphones, as is support for Google's Thermometer app.

Google brings new thermometer features to Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro XL with fresh update

Serving tech enthusiasts for over 25 years. In a nutshell: Apple is expected to release two new variants of AirPods (4th-gen) by September, alongside the unveiling of the iPhone 16 series. It's been three years since Cupertino refreshed its entry-level AirPods. Apple guru Mark Gurman notes that two AirPods 4...

Apple might launch two AirPods 4 variants next month, replacing 2nd and 3rd generation models

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A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

The upcoming Nubia Z70 Ultra is set to push the boundaries of under-display camera technology. Digital blogger Smart Pikachu claims the device will feature a 1.5K resolution display with an under-screen camera, potentially making it the highest-resolution screen with UDC technology in the industry. ZTE, Nubia's parent company, has been...

Nubia Z70 Ultra to boast industry-first 1.5K under-screen camera

IQOO used the Turbo suffix for the first time in 2024 with the Z9 series, and apparently likes it so well that the OEM has a Turbo Plus (or Turbo+) on the way. According to prolific leaker Digital Chat Station, it might be slightly more worthy of the product name with the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ SoC in place of the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3.

iQOO Z9 Turbo Plus upgrades to MediaTek chipset in new leak

Geekom is a household name when it comes to offering class-leading mini desktop PCs. The Geekom XT12 Pro combines the utility of a mini PC with the capabilities of the Intel Alder Lake platform, resulting in a portable powerhouse that provides a significant productivity boost. Geekom XT12 Pro: Ultra-portable desktop-class...

Geekom XT12 Pro brings Core i9-12900H smarts in a sleek, ultra-compact chassis, now available at a US$100 / £100 time-limited discount

With roots that can be traced back to 2018, the idea of Star Wars Outlaws took on a clear shape in 2020. This title is the first Star Wars project without any contribution from Electronic Arts since 2013, when they signed an exclusivity agreement with Disney. Developed by a team of roughly 600 individuals, Star Wars Outlaws is set to launch on August 30th, but Gold and Ultimate Edition buyers will get access on August 27th.

Star Wars Outlaws gets a new trailer and it looks great

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Puppy Linux successor EasyOS gets updated to version 6.2

Often hailed as one of the best lightweight Linux distros that can run from a USB stick while also supporting persistency, EasyOS was born in 2017,...

Puppy Linux successor EasyOS gets updated to version 6.2

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